If you are looking for a way to get a great workout and increase your confidence while having fun…read moreand finding a great community of people look no further, becoming a member of ABB is one of the best decisions of my life, the whole community and environment are really stimulating to improve each day physically and mentally.

We had a blast for our son's birthday party at Aikido By the Bay.  They were able to accommodate…read moreour large party and even was accommodating when we had to postpone in July due to covid.  We were bummed to postpone but so happy it finally happened.  From start to finish Sebastián was really amazing, friendly and planned out our party.  He had great ideas and really made the party planning process so easy.  He was just a text away for any questions.  He would check up to followup as the party got closer.  One day he even called to offer us a complimentary cake.  We were like wow!! Donna was amazing with the cake and we all enjoyed it.  She asked us our preference on flavor and design. We chose chocolate and Transformers theme.  Cake was delivered to the facility.  She even threw in balloons and decorations and set it up.  She happened to be back at the party and helped with cake cutting too.  Sebastián was there to explain the rules to the kids for our nerf battle.  Safety was great and goggles were provided.  He was so patient with the kids.  He constantly checked in with us to advise us on status and flow of party. This was really a great experience.  The facility is really nice, spacious and clean.  We really had the best experience and couldn't have asked for anything more. The kids had a blast. Thank you so much!!! I was surfing the web looking for party locations. Finding a space that can accommodate many children at a reasonable price isn't easy. We didn't want to limit the party and not allow families to bring siblings. So this all worked out perfectly at Aikido By the Bay.

Kicks has been providing quality taekwondo for a number of years in San Mateo. Support local…read morebusinesses!

Mr. Rosario, Ms. Jeremiah, and team of instructors are the best. They are excellent with the kids…read morein teaching them TKD techniques as well as disciplines in life and physical fitness. The classes are fun, challenging, and keep the kids interested and wanting to come back for more. No intiation fees or long-term commitment and the fees are reasonable. You can go to as many classes as you want each month. This is the first class that my kids (8 & 11 yrs. old) actually want to go - they love the classes and instructors. We've been to other martial arts and sports classes, but Kicks blows them all away. Definitely worthy of a Yelp 5-star rating! Check it out and you'll be hooked.

Twin Dragon has been a blessing for our family. Our kids received top notch martial arts training…read morewhich included kung fu and weapons (not something most dojos allow for younger students). The senseis make the classes fun and engaging, and the entire team genuinely cares about each students progress. They even offer an amazing summer camp and other random nights of care like during Valentine's Day so kids can attend school and have fun while the parents get a break. Our kids loved the summer camp here more than any other, and we have tried nearly everything on the peninsula. Give the a try. You won't regret it!

My 3 yo has been coming here for about a year (in addition to soccer & dance) and this is by far…read moreher favorite activity. She has a blast during class and is literally smiling the entire 30 minutes. Her senseis are amazing too. They are firm & really help guide the students and keep them focused during class (which isn't easy but they do a fantastic job). Also my daughter has gotten stronger practicing at home. My husband & I agree that it's hands down the best activity she's in. I highly recommend.

Absolutely the best martial arts studio I've personally trained at. The instructors here really…read moreknow their material so well they have even found the easiest ways to explain things to complete beginners. They have a nice mixture of classes that include options for all skill levels. Sensei Jensen is the best. I feel so fortunate to have trained with him myself for many years and now to see my son being given the same great experience really makes this place unlike anywhere else. If you want to get your children into a self defense class, this is the place. 6 stars.

I wrote a review for the last location but I really can't give enough credit to golden state for…read morehelping to raise me. I started training when I was twelve and Mr Jensen and Ms Pedersen took me in, kept me out of trouble, and taught me things that I'll never forget (and I don't just mean martial arts). In my years of training there i learned the discipline that has been the underpinning of everything I've done since and I know I wouldn't be where I am today without them. Oh and I can totally defend myself too!!! Haha But really if you want to learn martial arts from some of the best in the world and to be a part of a community join golden state. They've got great teachers and it's not a mcdojo. No one gets belts just for showing up you have to earn it. And I really can't emphasize enough how good this is for kids. There were guys I grew up with that got side tracked by relatively minor trouble and it really put them behind the ball. But it didn't happen to me because I was too busy training. I've since moved to the east coast but I really miss the studio.

Great instruction and environment. Highly recommended no matter if you are new to BJJ or…read moreexperienced. Family friendly!

5/5 Stars If you are…read morelooking for a martial arts studio that truly goes above and beyond, Precision Martial Arts is the place to be! Coach Curry and Kim are absolutely amazing, genuine people. From day one, it's been incredibly clear just how deeply they care about the practice of martial arts and, more importantly, about the people they coach. They don't just teach techniques; they focus beautifully on both the mental discipline and the physical skills required to truly pursue and appreciate martial arts. The biggest impact for our family has been with our 12-year-old. Traditional sports were never their thing, and they never really found a place where they felt they belonged or excelled. However, under Coach Curry and Kim's guidance, we have seen them thrive both physically and emotionally. The boost in their confidence, resilience, and physical strength has been nothing short of life-changing. We are so grateful to have found this studio and cannot recommend Coach Curry, Kim, and the entire Precision Martial Arts family enough!

My child has been taking martial arts classes with Precision for over a year now. It has been a…read moregreat experience. I recommend trying these classes!

During this summer break, the daily two-hour intensive training came to a conclusion with the…read morenational martial arts competition that the kids participated in over the weekend. Teams from various places, with an estimated four thousand people including parents, gathered. The kids' teams won both gold and bronze medals, but the most significant gains were the earnest process and the growth experiences gained through participation. "It takes a village to raise a kid." Grateful to have such a group and environment in a foreign land, allowing the children and parents to grow together. This was our first summer training camp, and honestly, shuttling the kids every day amidst a busy schedule and managing various tasks was sometimes quite overwhelming. However, each time I saw the masters and classmates so spirited and dedicated, witnessed the two kids flourishing and advancing in a short period, and understood the meaning of participating seriously in a competition, it became clear that effort leads to success. This was a rare learning experience for the children. Many thanks to the masters who, year after year, tirelessly committed to the daily training from morning to night. It requires immense passion, patience, and self-discipline to teach, organize, be strict yet compassionate, handle administrative tasks, and even cut watermelons and distribute popsicles . They also participated in competitions and served as main referees, making a sincere effort to set an example and promote the spirit of martial arts. Sometimes I feel sorry for the two masters, juggling multiple roles day and night is truly tough, but congratulations on returning with a well-deserved sense of accomplishment . Thanks to all the parents for supporting the children's learning. Although not participating in the competition, the equal decade-long commitment from the sidelines is appreciated. Looking forward to experiencing and growing together with the children in the upcoming journey of life.

This dojo is named Pure Shaolin Kungfu but in China, pure shaolin encompasses mixed martial arts…read morebased in kungfu foundation. To get a black belt, students are required to train in 8 hand forms and 8 weapons. The black belt exam requires the student to pass soft weapon, hand form, long weapon, single weapon and double weapon as well as strength and flexibility. This ensures that whatever environment the black belt is in, they are able to defend themselves with what's available. This is not a dojo that hands out belts to make money. The students earn their belts and get satisfaction from their achievements. Both my kids have been with Sifu David and Sifu Grace since they were 4 years old. My daughter is 20 at UC Davis. When my daughter was in high school, the high school students decided they wanted to start a Flying Dragon club for 3-5 year olds. Sifu Grace sponsored the program and the students were responsible for creating curriculum, accounting, marketing and promotion. This gave them so much practical life experience that I couldn't have asked for a better place for my very shy daughter to come into her own. My son is 16 and just had knee surgery due to some skeletal issues and upon returning to the dojo, both Sifu Grace and David have customized the training with taichi, chi gong and boxing to promote strength and stability during his recovery. Both my kids have their black belts and have moved on to their 2nd degree. It was fun to watch my daughter train with the wooden mannequin like Bruce Lee. Grandmaster David is one of the last generations to come out of the Shaolin Temple in China. He entered the temple at 5 years old and trained inside the temple until he went to WuHan Sports University. Grandmaster Grace was trained by her grandfather who trained communist military until she also went to WuHan Sports University. Upon graduation, they both taught at the University creating curriculum, preserving the traditional style as well as promoting the Wuxi performance style. I've seen students grow up with the Sifus and become family. They also have visiting scholars from specialists who train the Chinese police, Grandmasters from other kungfu disciplines (not shaolin) for cross training.

My son has been going for a year and he loves it and has been improving quickly! They are open…read moreevery day and are flexible about when you go and you can take multiple classes a day.

My son Keanu has been coming to Peak Performance (formerly Gold Medal) for over 4 years and has…read morebeen under the instruction of Herb Perez who won the Gold Medal in taekwondo at the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona. I wanted to take a moment and talk about what I most admire about Herb. When someone has the level of success Herb has had, it would be really easy for him be hard on students that don't have the same ability as he did. Herb and his staff never pushed my son too hard. They let Keanu come in, work at his own pace and pushed him only at the right times. The long game is working as my son Keanu is really enjoying class and has now asked to come in 3 days a week instead of 2 days a week to train more. When my son first joined 4 years ago, there were a bunch of students. I didn't know if he was just going to be a number. I am happy to report that Keanu is not just a number to Herb and his staff. When I look into Herb's eyes, I can see that he really cares about my son and wants what is best for his future. What parent could ask for more? Herb has plenty of students but was also nice enough to praise our family for our loyalty with staying with him through the pandemic which means the world to us. I highly recommend Peak Performance to anyone looking to better themselves or their children!